2014 HONDA CIVIC trunk

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 104
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 106Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*....... 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 114
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*........ 117
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 121
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 125
Security System Alarm
*.................... 125
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 128Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*..... 130
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 131
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 132
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 135
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Fog Lights
*...................................... 139
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 142
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 143 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 144
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 144
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 146
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 154
Interior Convenience Items .............. 156
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
*........ 161
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 167
* Not available on all models

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Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors and to open
the trunk. You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system
* to lock
and unlock the doors and to open the trunk.
■Smart entry remote
*
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the smart
entry remote until it clicks.
■
Master Keys
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 125
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Black
Master key without
remote transmitter
Master key with remote transmitter
without trunk button
with trunk button
Smart entry
remote
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*
Controls
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrica l appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and open the trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the trunk within about
32 inches (80 cm) radius from the trunk
release button.
■Locking the doors and the trunk
Press the door lock button on the front door.u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors lock; and the
security system sets.■
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
*
Door Lock Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
*
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.•Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors while someone else
with the remote is within range.•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remot e is within range.•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.•You cannot unlock the door by gripping the handle
after two seconds of unlocking it.•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors with the smart
entry remote if it is above or below the outside
handle.•The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 401
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledgement setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90, 233
* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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■Unlocking the doors and the trunk
Grab the driver’s door handle:u The driver’s door unlocks.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passen ger’s door handle:
u All the doors unlock.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press the trunk release button: u The trunk unlocks and opens.
2 Using the Trunk Release Button
* P. 122
Trunk Release Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
*
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle, the doors will automatically
relock.
The beep and unlock settings can be customized.
2 Customized Features P. 90
* Not available on all models

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Opening and Closing the TrunkPrecautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk■Opening the trunk
Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight.■Closing the trunk
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to:
u Avoid possible damage.
u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64Using the Trunk Opener
Pulling the trunk release to the lower left of
the driver's seat unlocks and opens the trunk.
Trunk
Release

uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uUsing the Trunk Release Button
*
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■Locking the trunk opener
You can lock the trunk release with the master
key* or built-in key
*.
Locking the trunk release disables the trunk
button on the smart entry remote and the
trunk release button on the trunk lid to
protect luggage in the trunk.
Using the Trunk Release Button
*
Push up the release button on the trunk lid
after the doors are unlocked.
Even if the trunk is locked, you can open the
trunk if you carry the smart entry remote. u The beeper will sound.
1Locking the trunk opener
If you need to give the key to someone else, give
them the remote from which you have removed the
built-in key
*, or the valet key
*.
Models with smart entry system
1Using the Trunk Release Button
*
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.•A person who is not carrying the smart entry
remote can unlock the trunk if a person who is
carrying it is within range.•Do not leave the smart entry remote inside the
trunk and close the lid. The beeper sounds and the
trunk cannot be closed.•Do not carry the smart entry remote near the trunk
lid when closing it.•Do not place the smart entry remote around the
rear seat when closing the trunk.
Trunk Release Button* Not available on all models

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uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uUsing the Master key
*
Controls
Using the Master key
*
Insert the key in the cylinder to unlock and
open the trunk.
Using the Remote Transmitter
*
Press the trunk release button for
approximately one second to unlock and open
the trunk.
1Using the Master key
*
The valet key does not unlock the trunk.
UnlockTrunk Button
* Not available on all models